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Legal Staff Paralegal in Anchorage, AK

Alaska Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault(ANDVSA) Feb 20,2017 Jan 09,2017 Location USA Anchorage AK
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Public Interest

Legal Staff

Family Law

Litigation

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

Min 1 yrs required

Profile

Paralegal (Legal Program) RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervised by the Anchorage Senior Staff Attorney designated by the Legal Program Director. Support Anchorage staff attorneys to provide competent service to clients; and support all functions of the Legal Program. Provide technical assistance to member programs regarding the court system and the court process. Assist Network staff with projects and respond to general requests for information. Conduct legal research; draft memos, policy recommendations, and research summaries on topics as requested. Attend weekly case review meetings. Perform case management and coordination; monitor, prioritize, and report on status of cases. Assist staff in preparation of motions and legal briefs; draft correspondence and other documents as needed. Monitor and track the court docket and case schedule and assist staff attorneys with case scheduling. Draft subpoenas, serve and/or arrange for service; assemble exhibits, affidavits and other legal documents for use in case preparation and trial or administrative hearings. File documents with the court system in a timely and efficient manner. Manage administrative tasks in Anchorage legal office including processing incoming and outgoing mail: distributing mail, assisting staff with large/bulk mailings and usage of FedEx/DHL, purchasing office supplies, and maintaining postage meter and mailing supplies. Work harmoniously with Sitka and Juneau administrative staff to ensure the smooth flow of information between offices, including Anchorage office purchasing and tracking and monitoring all receipts and payments. Submit regular and periodic reports and attend staff meetings.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications: Associate’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred; experience in a legal or shelter setting may substitute. Background in domestic violence and/or sexual assault programing preferred. Ability to work both independently and cooperatively; experience in legal research and writing; and skill in oral and written communication. Willingness to adhere to the Network’s philosophy, policies and procedures; commitment to the elimination of personal and societal violence in the lives of women and children.

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